Laboratory Technician I/II - Limited-Term bei County of San Luis Obispo, CA

About the Department

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Laboratory is actively recruiting for a Laboratory Technician I/II. This is a limited term position with an expected sunset date of June 30, 2026, employees in limited-term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health insurance, and pension benefits.

Classes in this series perform a variety of standardized, well-defined technical procedures, involving biological, chemical, or related methods in preparing or processing laboratory specimens, materials, or supplies; performs moderately complex diagnostic analysis of specimens and substances under the supervision of a Microbiologist or Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory Specialist; and operates specialized equipment and laboratory computer systems as required for reporting and invoicing. Positions within this classification are assigned to either the Public Health Laboratory or the Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory. Specimens, materials, and supplies vary according to the assigned department.

To view the complete job description for Laboratory Technician I, click here
To view the complete job description for Laboratory Technician II, click here

Position Duties

Minimum Qualifications: 
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate, AND;
 
Laboratory Technician I: 
Either A: One year experience in a laboratory or in a medically related field that included using medical or scientific terminology and computer programs;
Or B: Completion of one year of schooling in an accredited college or university in microbiology, general chemistry, or forensic science including completion of lab coursework
 
Laboratory Technician II: 
Two years of laboratory work experience

Minimum Qualifications

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.